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air pollution due to crackers burning of field

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Answered by Akash808
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Diwali weekend left the city choked and blanketed by smog over the following days, with the situation worsening to the point that Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia on Tuesday called a high-level meeting with all departments concerned to discuss steps to combat the capital's dangerous pollution levels on a "war footing". 
Answered by Anirudh11q
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Air pollution takes the first position when it comes to the adverse effects of crackers on health. According to articles across the internet, air pollution goes up by 50% during Diwali in India. Air pollution leads to respiratory illnesses such as Asthma, Bronchitis and other Lung problems. Hence, it is advised to avoid crackers to avert the hazards of air pollution on our health.
Smog
The pollution thus caused due to crackers also leads to Smog (Smoke + Fog). Smog is not only injurious to health but also causes problems during night driving as it obstructs our view. Smog can occur if there is no wind or rain within 2-3 days from such special occasion. Smog also leads to health problems such as skin burning and Lung Cancers. Hence, Smog is one of the most adverse effect(s) of crackers on health.
Global Warming
The Oxides and Dioxides of Sulphur and Nitrogen are released during the burning of crackers. These are very much harmful to human health and also to the environment around us. These gases are also known as the “Green House Gases” which not only aid in the rising temperatures across the globe but also in the depletion of Earth’s protective shield “The Ozone Layer” which might be hazardous to the living beings around us as they will be directly exposed to Sun’s harmful radiations. Hence Crackers cause Global warming and Global warming has adverse effects on our health.
Injuries & Wounds
Crackers are not only injurious to health but can also cause injuries to the individuals, especially to the children. If crackers are not fired properly they might cause wounds on the parts of body which is exposed to them. In many cases, Children have lost their lives or have lost their eyesight by not litting the crackers properly. Hence, it is one of the most adverse effects of crackers.

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